I traveled to Hawaii with my sister a few years ago and we visited a beach north
of Kona, where we found this turtle resting at the water's edge. Sea
Turtles are a threatened species but have been making a comeback in Hawaii
because of improved conservation efforts and increased awareness of the
importance of these animals to Hawaiian cultural history. The Hawaiian
name of the turtle is Honu.

Around sunset in protected coves it's fascinating to sit and watch as the
turtles feed in the water, their heads bobbing above the surface for a
breath. Low tides are best for viewing as the reef areas tend to have
quieter water, making the turtles easier to spot.